Michael Archambault
The Penny Hoarder
New York, NY, United States
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The Top Websites Where You Can Play Free Video Games Right Now
Play free video games online or offline. We scoured the web to find the best sources for free-to-play video games on your PC, mobile device or game console. → Read More
9 Budgeting Apps for Couples to Keep Track of Their Money
Budgeting can seem like enough of a challenge on your own, but add in a partner and suddenly it can feel overwhelming with multiple sources of income and more spending to track. Whether you’re on the same budgeting page or not, these top budgeting apps for couples can help you align your finances. We’ve analyzed... → Read More
Protect Your Home With These Cheap Doorbell Cameras Under $90
Keep your home safe with the best cheap doorbell cameras. These easy-to-install (wired and wireless) cameras are perfect for monitoring outside your home. → Read More
Is DealDash the Real Deal? What You Should Know About the Auction Website
You’ve probably seen the commercials for DealDash, a website where you can seemingly walk away with an expensive television or laptop for only a few dollars. But is DealDash legit, or is DealDash a scam looking to steal your hard-earned money? We’ll take a closer look at whether DealDash auctions are legit, plus provide a... → Read More
Sweep Up the Savings (And Pet Hair) With These Budget Robot Vacuums
Say goodbye to dirt and hello to clean floors — without the heavy lifting. From the Roomba to lesser-known brands, here are the best budget robot vacuums. → Read More
Amazon Music’s Entire 100 Million Song Library Is Now Free for Prime Members
Amazon Prime now includes 100 million free songs via Amazon Music, upping its offering from nearly 2 million free songs. Here's how to start listening. → Read More
Netflix to Launch Cheaper Plan With Ads for $6.99 a Month
Netflix has launched its ad-supported subscription tier. You can continue to enjoy your favorite content while reducing your monthly subscription price. → Read More
Here’s How to Self-Publish Your Book, From Start to Finish
You have a big idea and are ready to publish your first book. But the traditional publishing process may appear intimidating. Luckily, there’s more than one way to get the next great American novel in front of readers. As of late, self-publishing has provided a way for authors to bring their words to the masses.... → Read More
Do You Have Questions About Apple Pay? We’ve Got Answers
Contactless payments have never been so easy as with Apple Pay. Learn what Apple Pay is, and how to use Apple Pay on your iPhone, Apple Watch and more. → Read More
Is Face ID Safe — Even to Use With Your Bank Account?
Remembering passwords can be a chore, but biometric options such as Face ID from Apple help us log into our favorite devices while keeping them secure. Instead of typing in a password or code to unlock your device, Face ID, also known as facial recognition, allows you to merely glance at your iPhone or iPad... → Read More
The Dark Web: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself
The “dark web.” It’s an ominous-sounding term that crops up in discussions about internet security. So you might be wondering what the dark web is and how it can affect you. You could find yourself in trouble if your information shows up in this dark layer of the internet — and may even find your... → Read More
Your Old iPod Might Be Worth More Than You Think
Apple announced that it’s discontinuing the iPod, so is now a good time to sell your old iPod? Apple introduced the first iPod in 2001, revolutionizing the way we listen to music, and Apple products can surprisingly hold their value. From Apple's vintage original to the final 7th generation iPod Touch, here’s how much your... → Read More
Here’s Your VPN Cheat Sheet to Help You Decide if You Need One
In the technology world, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) are a hot topic. No matter where you seem to turn, there are advertisements promoting VPNs when using your computer or other mobile devices. But what exactly is a VPN, and how can it help you keep sensitive data, such as your financial information, secured? We’re going... → Read More
How to Remove Your Personal Info From Google, Step by Step
Google can be a powerful tool to explore the web, but what happens when your personal information ends up in search results? It is possible for personal information, such as your Social Security Number (SSN), bank account info, secure logins, and more to show up on the search engine. Now there’s something you can do... → Read More
Why You Should Keep Sensitive Files Secure (and How to Do it)
If this were the 20th century, we’d be shoving our physical documents into an iron safe and spinning the combination lock. But, as we’re in the 21st century — the information age, where are we supposed to store our most important documents when many of them are digital? Let’s take a deep dive into storing... → Read More
Password Sharing: How to Share Passwords Securely
Whether you have a spouse that wants to share a banking password or a younger sibling who keeps badgering you for your password to Netflix, password sharing can be tricky business. If you don’t share a password securely, you could quickly find yourself in hot water. Ask yourself whether you want to share a password... → Read More
This Free Trick Will Eliminate Your #@#%! Password Frustrations
Searching for the best password manager? Our research and testing have highlighted five options to help you choose the right one for your digital life. → Read More
Share a Password? Netflix Is Cracking Down
If you’re sharing a Netflix password among friends and family, your free ride may be coming to an end soon. Netflix has announced that it will be cracking down on password sharing outside the household — aka with your extended family and friends. For now, Netflix says it is testing the rollout in Chile, Costa... → Read More